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1 Thaler - Frederick August II
| Silver | 28.8 g | 46 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1733-1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1734-1756 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.8 g |
| Diameter | 46 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32816 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms, legend and date around.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it features an image of Frederick August II, who was the ruler of Saxony from 1734 to 1756. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his likeness on one side, while the other side features the coat of arms of Saxony. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, with only a limited number of coins minted during Frederick August II's reign.
